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Top Strategies for Section 8 Rental Success

Top Strategies for Section 8 Rental Success

Guaranteed payments, steady demand, lower turnover. That is the upside when you run Section 8 rentals with intention. Yet many…

December 17, 2025 13 min read
Navigating Airbnb Updates: A Beginner’s Guide

Navigating Airbnb Updates: A Beginner’s Guide

Opened Airbnb to book a weekend getaway and everything looks a little different? You are not alone. Airbnb rolls out…

December 14, 2025 7 min read
Step-by-Step Guide to Vrbo Owner Login

Step-by-Step Guide to Vrbo Owner Login

New to hosting on Vrbo and not sure how to access your dashboard? You’re in the right place. In this…

December 14, 2025 7 min read
Airbnb Investments: Data-Driven Strategies

Airbnb Investments: Data-Driven Strategies

Two streets apart, same number of beds, one listing quietly doubles the other’s annual yield. That gap is rarely luck.…

December 13, 2025 11 min read

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Navigating the 2025 Short-Term Rental Landscape

Navigating the 2025 Short-Term Rental Landscape

Thinking about launching your first short term rental in 2025? The rules are shifting fast, and early decisions can shape…

December 12, 2025 6 min read
The “STR Loophole” for High Earners

The “STR Loophole” for High Earners

Are you a highly compensated doctor or lawyer struggling with a heavy W-2 tax burden? The Short-Term Rental (STR) Loophole…

December 12, 2025 5 min read
Stop Trying to Hack the System and Just Use BRRRR

Stop Trying to Hack the System and Just Use BRRRR

Stop looking for "no money down" loopholes that border on fraud. The BRRRR strategy is the legitimate, time-tested way to…

December 12, 2025 4 min read
Mastering STR Revenue: Use Airbnb Calculators

Mastering STR Revenue: Use Airbnb Calculators

If dialing in your nightly rate and minimum stay could add five figures to your annual STR income, would you…

December 8, 2025 13 min read
The Hidden Economics of Short-Term Rentals in Small Cities

The Hidden Economics of Short-Term Rentals in Small Cities

Explore the growing market of short-term rentals in small cities, uncovering trends, statistics, and insights for investors and travelers.

November 23, 2025 6 min read
Harnessing Predictive Analytics to Transform Short-Term Rental Success

Harnessing Predictive Analytics to Transform Short-Term Rental Success

Explore how predictive analytics is revolutionizing short-term rentals through dynamic pricing, AI forecasting, and enhanced market insights.

November 22, 2025 6 min read

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Lost in Translation: My Guest Wanted an “Air B and B”!

Lost in Translation: My Guest Wanted an “Air B and B”!

Y'all, I just about choked on my sweet tea the other day when I got the strangest message. This sweet…

April 20, 2025 3 min read
Choosing a Short-Term Rental Manager: Understanding Fees and Services

Choosing a Short-Term Rental Manager: Understanding Fees and Services

Choosing a short-term rental manager? Fees can range from 10% to over 35%, but the headline number rarely tells the…

April 19, 2025 9 min read
Future-Proof Your Airbnb Buy: Top 3 Online Spots for Smart Research

Future-Proof Your Airbnb Buy: Top 3 Online Spots for Smart Research

Thinking of buying an Airbnb? The future belongs to prepared hosts! Discover the three essential types of websites you need…

April 19, 2025 3 min read
Airbnb’s Global Tightrope: Walking Between Innovation and Regulation

Airbnb’s Global Tightrope: Walking Between Innovation and Regulation

Airbnb connects millions worldwide, but its rapid growth constantly clashes with local regulations. From Washington State to Lisbon, cities grapple…

April 19, 2025 3 min read
Washington State Eyes New 6% Tax on Short-Term Rentals: A Deep Dive into House Bill 1763

Washington State Eyes New 6% Tax on Short-Term Rentals: A Deep Dive into House Bill 1763

Washington State's proposed 6% tax on short-term rentals (HB 1763) aims to fund affordable housing but faces stiff opposition from…

April 19, 2025 5 min read
Airbnb Cracks Down: Are Your Direct Bookings in Danger?

Airbnb Cracks Down: Are Your Direct Bookings in Danger?

Airbnb has just dropped some big news for hosts, and it could change the way you run your short-term rental.…

April 17, 2025 8 min read
Is This Short-Term Rental Worth It? How to Instantly Analyze Any Property in Under 30 Seconds

Is This Short-Term Rental Worth It? How to Instantly Analyze Any Property in Under 30 Seconds

Most STR investors waste hours guessing whether a property will perform. We built a tool that does it in 30…

April 17, 2025 2 min read
The Hidden Dangers of Inflated Seller Concessions: A Legal Perspective

The Hidden Dangers of Inflated Seller Concessions: A Legal Perspective

Thinking of getting extra cash back at closing by inflating the purchase price? Think again. This seemingly clever "hack" can…

April 17, 2025 4 min read
Maui’s Housing War: Is Banning Vacation Rentals the Cure or Just More Chaos?

Maui’s Housing War: Is Banning Vacation Rentals the Cure or Just More Chaos?

Maui faces a critical decision: ban thousands of legal short-term rentals to tackle a devastating housing crisis worsened by the…

April 16, 2025 8 min read